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Three boys, one aged 16 and two aged 15, have been arrested in connection with the incident.

They have since been released on police bail.

A spokesman for South Wales Police said: “It was reported that a group of males attacked school pupils who were involved in the match at approximately 4.15pm.

“One pupil required hospital treatment for injuries to his face and head.

“An investigation is under way and officers are currently following up a number of inquiries to identify and arrest other individuals involved in the incident in which weapons are believed to have been used.”

Pupils from both schools were in a middle of rugby match when they were attacked

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A spokesman for Cardiff council said: “Police were called to an incident during a rugby match between Fitzalan High School and Glyn Derw/ Michaelston Federation at Trelai Park on Wednesday afternoon when a number of individuals – not involved in the match – are believed to have assaulted some players.

“Both schools are now working to support the young people involved and a police investigation is now under way.”

The Welsh Ambulance Service said a rapid response paramedic and ambulance were sent to the park and a boy was taken to the University Hospital of Wales.

Anyone with information who has not yet spoken to police can contact them via 101 quoting reference *087772 or they can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.